Groundsperson : Plainfield, IN

ISA Certified Arborist; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Groundsperson to support their crew by performing essential tasks from the ground level. This role involves clearing brush and trees, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring safety practices are followed. Ideal candidates will have physical strength, the ability to work outdoors in various conditions, and experience with tools like chainsaws and pruners. Join a team that values safety and teamwork while contributing to important vegetation management projects.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in vegetation management, construction, or landscaping preferred.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support the crew by clearing brush and trees as directed.
• Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work.

Skills

Physical strength

Chainsaw operation

Communication skills

Endurance

First-aid certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Hand pruners

Pole saws

Loppers

Brush chipper

Job description

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground, including clearing brush and trees as directed, and performing clean-up on each job site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
2. Keep work area clear of debris.
3. Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way by using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees.
4. Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; feed brush into brush chipper.
5. Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.
6. Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work.
7. Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools, and equipment at the work site.
8. Set up and break down road signs as directed.
9. Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.
10. Drive trucks or operate other equipment as assigned.
11. Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to the Foreperson.
12. Safeguard employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean, and maintaining communication with co-workers.
13. Perform duties for storm work as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Groundspersons have no direct reports.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chainsaws and pruners in uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position.
• Must be able to understand verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Must have endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten-hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

This job description is not exhaustive and may include other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned with or without notice.

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